The Secret Prophecy

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About the Book

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Faerie Wars Chronicles, Herbie Brennan, comes this heart-pounding middle-grade adventure—think The Da Vinci Code for tweens. Reminiscent of the Percy Jackson and Artemis Fowl series, this edge-of-your-seat thriller involves an ancient curse, a murder, and a conspiracy by a secret society.

When Edward Michael “Em” Goverton uncovers the key to a five-hundred-year-old deadly prediction by the prophet Nostradamus, personal tragedy morphs into international crisis. Soon Em finds himself enmeshed in a sinister web of shocking events where nothing is quite as it seems. But the ominous forces behind the plot are not about to sit back and let their plans be ruined, and soon their net begins to close in on Em.

It’s a race against the clock for Em and his friends to prevent a catastrophe that threatens the lives of an entire generation.

Book Description

Imagine your father has been found dead. Strange men armed with guns show up at his funeral. And those same men have begun to follow you. Now you're on the run.

When Edward Michael "Em" Goverton uncovers the key to a five-hundred-year-old deadly prediction by the prophet Nostradamus, personal tragedy morphs into international crisis. Soon Em finds himself enmeshed in a sinister web of shocking events where nothing is quite as it seems. Aided by Victor, a mysterious stranger, and Charlotte, a family friend, Em follows a trail of cryptic clues that leads the trio into a conspiracy of world-shattering proportions.

But the ominous forces behind the plot are not about to sit back and let their plans be ruined. Soon their net begins to close in on Em, and it's a race against the clock for the trio to finish what Em's father started—and prevent a catastrophe that threatens the lives of an entire generation.Bestselling author Herbie Brennan has crafted an edge-of-your-seat thriller that grabs readers by the throat and won't let them go until they've reached the very last page.

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Critical Praise

“Brennan has written a masterpiece thriller of intrigue, suspense, and mystery-a well written novel that readers will not want to put down. Any person who enjoys getting lost within the pages of a book will want to pick up this one. ” —

“Intrigue complete with international travel, deadly epidemics, and large-scale conspiracies. Brennan serves up a fun read with guy appeal, a Dan Brown-like thriller … Recommended for those who love an adventurous tale.” —

“Conspiracies abound in this tension-filled series starter from a master of many genres …. This well-constructed thriller will appeal to all fans of suspense.” —

Praise for THE DOOMSDAY BOX: “Well populated with interesting characters, this story is nicely paced and told, a solid sequel that indicates there is room for more.” —

Praise for THE DOOMSDAY BOX: “Readers who enjoy their action/adventure laced with weird science and real politics will enjoy this fast-paced, exciting second in the series.” —

Praise for THE DOOMSDAY BOX: “This book has something for every reader: suspense, history, time travel, adventure, and a little romance and humor.” —

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